Spiced Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant Spiced Chicken Salad, a perfect balance of bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and satisfying textures. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a smoky, aromatic blend of paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper, then grilled to perfection for a burst of savory goodness. Tossed with crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, thin-sliced red onion, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. A zesty homemade dressing, featuring lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties the dish together with a light yet flavorful finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed recipe is ideal for a quick weekday meal or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering. Keywords: spiced chicken salad, grilled chicken salad, healthy chicken recipes, quick salad ideas, homemade salad dressing, easy lunch recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 Cucumber
- 0.25 Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
In a small bowl, combine paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.
Rub both chicken breasts evenly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the spice mix.
Grill the chicken breasts for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the salad base. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and red onion thinly, and place them in a large mixing bowl with the salad greens and crumbled feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to create a dressing.
Slice the rested chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.
Add the chicken to the salad, drizzle with the dressing, and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your spiced chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4201 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 84.3 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1915 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
